It feels like there was less plot than McIntire's other books, and not in the way one would expect. Most of the book was just them thinking about each other or their situations without really doing much. I am extremely upset that Yasmin was so sexualized just for existing - did McIntire not learn what not to do from Aladdin? I thought she would show some strength or personality, but all I know of her is she likes photography and loves her father.

I picked this book up on a whim, and it absolutely blew me away! It was funny, deep, and magical. It kind of reminded me of The Rook (which I also love), but with its own unique magic system. I admit, I did cry when Ben ate with his father. The world-building was excellent, and I can't wait for the next book in the series! (I read this in a day, and now I'll be starved)

It was better than Insurgent, but that doesn't mean I liked it all that much. This book was way too long for the story it wanted to tell, and it felt like a series of betrayals between Tris and Tobias. I probably could have gone without reading this book, and still enjoyed the series (maybe just from nostalgia), but I'm glad I'm finally done (after fourteen years).

This book was so close to getting a five-star rating from me, but it was ultimately too confusing to warrant that last star. The premise, characters, and world-building were wonderful. Jennings has this way of writing that captivates so well. Even with all the whimsy in the book, I felt like I was there with the characters in Nola. I could feel the air, hear the music, see the city unfold in front of me. I think out of everything I've ever read, this book would be my number one pick to be adapted to the screen.